Because of its 18-inch size, it's big enough to cook a large amount of food. It has a 9-quart capacity where you can fit a 14-pound turkey with the lid on or a larger bird with the lid off.
This roasting pan is affordable. It's well-made and by a company that's been making cookware since 1901. There are some roasting pans of a similar size that cost more.
This roasting pan has two side handles that will hold the weight of your 15-pound roast or a whole turkey. It will keep your mittens away from your food unlike other pans where you have to try to grasp its sides to lift it.
Since this roasting pan has a non-stick quality to it, you won't have issues with food sticking to the bottom. If for some reason you still manage to do so, soaking it in soapy water will remove any residue. It's also dishwasher safe and the oval shape makes it very easy to wipe clean.
The lid of this roasting pan is great when you want your food to remain moist. It has inverted dimples that drip the condensation onto your food, basting it while it cooks. It helps in speeding up the cooking time and you can also use the lid as a separate open roaster.
Graniteware's made from carbon steel and a non-porous porcelain surface. Its glass coating is inert and contains no harmful chemicals. It's safe to use for any type of food including acidic dishes that may corrode some types of roasting pans.
Since it has a glass coating, if dropped it may get chipped. If the damage is on the outside, it won't affect the pan's cooking ability or safety. But if it's from the inside, you must not use it anymore for food preparation or storage.
It's easier to check on your food in the oven when you use this glass roasting pan. You'll be able to see under it so you'll be able to determine if the bottom part of your food is already done or not.
You can prepare, cook, serve, and store your food with this roasting pan. This pan is made from borosilicate glass so you can use it in the freezer or in a hot oven without the risk of shattering.
Your roasting pan will get quite dirty if you use it over hot coals or open flames. Using a disposable roasting pan is a good choice since you don't have to clean it up after using it.
This roasting pan is great if you need something to bring to a dinner party and you don't want to use your favorite pan. You can use this disposable roasting pan to cook in, then cover the top, bring along, and leave it there.
Unlike other roasting pans, this alone will not be able to hold the weight of your food. You have to support the bottom or use a tray to make it more stable.